December weather forecast
Dallas, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dallas, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average high of 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Dallas notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). An average nighttime temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Dallas, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Dallas, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dallas in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Dallas is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dallas, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Dallas is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dallas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dallas, NC

Average temperature in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dallas, NC

Average pressure in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dallas, NC

Average wind speed in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Dallas, NC

Average humidity in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Dallas, NC

Average rainfall in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Dallas, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dallas, NC

Average snowfall in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dallas, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dallas, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dallas, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dallas, NC

Average UV index in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dallas, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Dallas, NC

Average visibility in December - Dallas, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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